Weekly Market Wrap With Gary Thomson: UK100, USD, GOLD, OIL
Get the latest scoop on the week's hottest headlines, all in one convenient video. Join Gary Thomson, the COO of FXOpen UK, as he breaks down the most significant news reports and shares his expert insights.
UK100 Share Index Rises as UK Inflation Slows
The Dollar is Corrected after the Comments...
NFLX Stock Price Falls Despite Subscriber Growth
Yesterday, after the close of the main trading session on the stock market, Netflix reported to investors for the 1st quarter of 2024.
The report turned out better than expected:
→ earnings per share: actual = USD 5.28, forecast = USD 4.52;
→ gross income: actual = USD 9.40 billion, forecast = USD 9.27.
→ The...
Escalation Between Iran and Israel: How the Price of Brent Oil Reacts
On the night of Thursday into Friday, reports emerged that Israel had attacked Iran following Iran's attack on Israel over the weekend.
Let's remember that we wrote on Monday that after a 300 drone and missile attack on Israel over the weekend, the price of Brent oil did not rise. Perhaps...
Strategies for Trading Exotic Currency Pairs
Exotic currency pairs offer unique opportunities in forex trading, combining major currencies with those from emerging or smaller economies. While they may be less frequently traded than major or minor pairs, their higher volatility can lead to significant price swings. This article delves into exotic currency pairs...
Market Analysis: NZD/USD Turn Red
NZD/USD is also moving lower and might struggle to recover above 0.5950.
Important Takeaways for NZD/USD Analysis Today
NZD/USD declined steadily from the 0.6000 resistance zone.
There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at 0.5890 on the hourly chart of NZD/USD at FXOpen.
NZD/USD Technical Analysis...
Market Analysis: AUD/USD Turn Red
AUD/USD declined below the 0.6500 and 0.6455 support levels.
Important Takeaways for AUD/USD Analysis Today
The Aussie Dollar started a fresh decline from well above the 0.6500 level against the US Dollar.
There is a connecting bearish trend line forming with resistance at 0.6410 on the hourly chart of AUD/USD at FXOpen.
...
Since the Start of the Week, Brent Oil Price Has Dropped over 4%
At the beginning of the week, March 15, we wrote that the price of Brent oil could form a correction from the resistance level of USD 91 per barrel. Since then, the price has decreased by more than 4% due to a number of factors:
→ easing concerns about the escalation of the conflict between Israel...
UK100 Share Index Rises as UK Inflation Slows
Yesterday, the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that the CPI stood at 3.2% in March. According to ForexFactory, analysts expected 3.1%, and a month ago the index was 3.4%.
Grant Fitzner, chief economist at the ONS, said: “Once again, food prices were the main reason for the fall, with prices rising...
UnitedHealth (UNH) Share Price Surges after Strong Report
UnitedHealth shares surged Tuesday, rising more than 5% after the health care giant delivered stronger-than-expected first-quarter 2024 results:
→ earnings per share: actual = USD 6.91, expected = USD 6.61, last quarter = USD 6.16;
→ gross income: actual = USD 94.4 billion, expected = USD 92.1...
USD/JPY Analysis: Prospect of a Breakout of the Level of 155 Yen per Dollar
The USD/JPY rate has consistently reached new highs since 1990, approaching the psychological level of 155 yen per US dollar. The Japanese currency has already fallen about 9% against the dollar this year.
This is supported by Jerome Powell, who suggested yesterday that US interest...
Market Analysis: USD/JPY Extend Rally
USD/JPY surged and broke the 154.00 resistance zone.
Important Takeaways for USD/JPY Analysis Today
USD/JPY climbed higher above the 153.40 and 154.25 levels.
There is a connecting bullish trend line forming with support at 154.25 on the hourly chart at FXOpen.
USD/JPY Technical Analysis
On the hourly chart of...
Market Analysis: EUR/USD Nosedives
EUR/USD started another decline and traded below 1.0700.
Important Takeaways for EUR/USD Analysis Today
The Euro started a fresh decline below the 1.0695 support zone.
There was a break above a key bearish trend line with resistance at 1.0630 on the hourly chart of EUR/USD at FXOpen.
EUR/USD Technical Analysis
On...
What Are the Most Popular Trading Exit Strategies?
In trading, having a solid exit strategy is essential for managing risk and securing potential returns. This FXOpen article explores four popular exit strategies, offering traders a comprehensive look at how to refine their exit plans and potentially improve their trading performance.
The Importance of Trading...
XAU/USD Gold Price Reaches an Important Resistance Zone
The XAU/USD gold chart today indicates that the historical record price of the metal is above USD 2,400 per ounce.
In addition to fears of a new round of inflation due to rising commodity prices, geopolitical tensions are seen as the most important reason for the growth. At the moment, there are both...
Brent Oil Price Did Not Rise Despite Iran's Attack on Israel
As you know, Iran launched a missile attack on Israel over the weekend. This could greatly increase the price of Brent oil, given that Iran is one of the top 10 oil producing countries, and the fact of the strike could provoke further escalation in the region.
However, at the beginning of the trading...
What Is a Chaikin Volatility Indicator in Trading?
Understanding volatility is crucial for creating effective trading strategies. One popular tool used when measuring volatility is the Chaikin Volatility indicator. In this article, we will take an in-depth look at this tool, how it’s calculated, and how to use it when trading.
What Is the Chaikin Volatility...
Weekly Market Wrap With Gary Thomson: FTSE, NZD/USD, USD, USD/JPY
Get the latest scoop on the week's hottest headlines, all in one convenient video. Join Gary Thomson, the COO of FXOpen UK, as he breaks down the most significant news reports and shares his expert insights.
FTSE 100's Holy Grail of 8,000 Continues to Be a Pipe Dream
NZD/USD Rate Increases...
S&P 500 Price Consolidates ahead of Earnings Season
On April 4, we wrote that the S&P 500 is showing signs of weakness around the 5,250 level. How is the situation on the stock market developing by today, which is the start of the reporting season for the first quarter?
The S&P 500 fell sharply on Wednesday amid higher-than-expected inflation data.
But the S&P...
